Frozen Oyster Flour from Japan
Nutrient-dense flour from frozen oysters, rich in zinc, used in health foods and seasonings. Fits HTS 0309.90.50 as frozen mollusc flour for human use, per chapter exclusions from 0305-0308.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Mandatory shellfish allergen declaration on labels
• Test for heavy metals common in bivalves; include COA
• Confirm no drying process to stay 'frozen' vs other subheadings